1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 365 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Cherry | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Cherry | Corsa |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |